Up until quite recently, access through private land to sites of historic or scenic interest was not a problem in Ireland. This has now changed in some areas. For the sake of politeness, it is always better to request access if your route to a site leads you through private land.
Situated just off the R393 between Mullingar and Longford. The hill is to the west of the village and it is possible to drive around it.
Ardee is about 65 kilometres (40 miles) from Dublin on the N2 between Slane and Carrickmacross. The ford is to the left of the bridge leading into the town from the Slane side. There is parking to the left just over the bridge.
Ballycastle is situated on the extreme northeastern point of Ulster. Pan’s Rocks are located on the western end of Ballycastle beach, just under Fair Head.
The ‘Ring of Béara’ is well signposted from Glengarrif on the south and Kenmare on the north.
The North Ben Bulben plateau can be reached from a starting point at Glenade Lough, on a branch road from the R280 between Kinlough and Manorhamilton. For up-to-date information on access, ask at the Tourist Office in Sligo town.
Take the R561 west from Castlemaine and the right turn from Aughil’s Bridge towards Camp. The route up the mountain is to your right.
The peninsula is situated just to the north of Dundalk. Follow the signs from Dundalk after taking the N1 to leave the town. The Táin Trail is signposted at various points along the road which runs around the peninsula.
Situated on the N67, about 10 kilometres (6 miles) north of Kilkee. Numerous small roads lead westwards into the dunes.
There are regular ferries to Inishmore from Rossaveal, west of Galway city, and Doolin in County Clare. There is also a helicopter service from Galway. Dún Aonghusa is about a kilometre (half a mile) from the harbour on Inishmore.
Take the A28 west from Armagh city; the fort is less than 2 kilometres (1.25 miles) away. There is visitor centre called the Navan Centre and Fort Visitor Centre close by.
Located between Bushmills and Dunseverick on the A2. Well-signposted.
Take the minor road to the southwest of Enniskerry towards Lough Bray. It is possible to do a circuit of the glen and Knockree by car. Glencree can also be reached from the west, via the R115.
West of Derry city on the N13 heading towards Letterkenny. It is signposted from the N13, and the access road to the Grianán is just beside the interpretative centre – a converted church.
From Mullingar, take the R390 towards Athlone. About 8 kilometres (5 miles) before Ballymore, it is signposted. The Catstone is signposted from the same road a little further on.
Howth Head is just under 16 kilometres (10 miles) from Dublin city centre. Follow the R105 northwards along the coast. The Deerpark Hotel, site of Aideen’s Tomb, is signposted from the road just before you reach Howth village, and the cliff walk to the promontory fort and the Baily Lighthouse is signposted from Howth Summit car park.
You can travel to Belmullet by taking either the R313 from Bangor or the R314 from Ballycastle, both in the extreme north of Mayo. Inis Glora has no regular ferry service so ask locally to arrange travel to the islands. Geraghtys and Dive and Fish Ireland organise charters.
Take the R295 from Boyle to Ballymote. There is an access road to the nearest point to the caves just after the village of Keash on the right-hand side. The route to the cave leads through private land.
The lakes are situated to the southwest of the town, well signposted on the N71.
Take the R516 from Hospital to Bruff. The road to Knockainey is signposted to the right.
Annaghdoon is situated on the eastern shore of the lake off the N84. Cong is on the northern tip on the R346, and Clonbur is a little to the west.
The Glen of Aherlow is signposted to the south from Tipperary town. The village of Rossadrehid on the south side of the glen is the best starting point for the walk. The walk is signposted from the village and the return journey should take no more than three hours in total.
Ardboe is situated just off the B73, on the west coast of the lough, not far east of Cookstown.
The Brú na Bóinne complex lies between Slane and Drogheda. It is approximately 56 kilometres (35 miles) north of Dublin and is signposted from the N2. Rosnaree House is on the south bank of the Boyne on a minor road. Stackallen Bridge is on the Navan–Slane Road, and Ardmulchan Church is signposted off the minor Navan–Slane Road which runs south of the river.
Situated between Tulsk and Frenchpark on the N5. Well signposted. There is a Visitor Centre in Rathcroghan which is open during the summer months.
Just off the R729 to the south of Glynn village between Borris and New Ross. Signposted.
Kilcash is situated on the N76 between Kilkenny and Clonmel. Follow the signposts for the Slievenamon Drive.
Tara is signposted to the left of the N3 between Dublin and Navan. It is approximately 48 kilometres (30 miles) north of Dublin.
A regular ferry service runs to Tory from Bunbeg and Magheroarty – the second is the much shorter route. Magheroarty is west of Gortahork on the R257. The ferry is very much influenced by weather conditions.